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Here are some of the top indoor, off the beaten path, and great attractions to explore in the Cadillac Area!

THINGS TO DO IN THE CADILLAC AREA

Cadillac is home to so many great things to do and see in the great outdoors, however, don’t forget about all the awesome things to do and see that isn’t on a trail or on the water. Here is a great list of top attractions in the region you should look into on your next trip to the Cadillac Area!

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SO MANY THINGS TO DO IN CADILLAC!

From Downtown Cadillac, to quaint spots nestled in the small communities that surround it, there is always something to do and see! You can also browse all of our latest Cadillac Stories here.

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Cadillac Stories

Find the latest news and stories about the Cadillac region. Our team of local writers dig deep into the region's culture and provide our travel community the latest about entertainment, art, culture, trails, seasons and so much more.

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5 Pet Friendly Patios For Dining In Cadiilac

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Lace Up Those Shoes for a Week’s Worth of Trails in Cadillac!

Tired of running the same old routes? If you're looking for different views of Cadillac here is a plan for your week - never run the same route twice and start each run within five miles of downtown!Sunday McKellop Walkway Probably the best known is the McKellop...

Top Spots for Sweets and Treats in Cadillac

By Erica Benham DONUT Worry, Be Happy About These Great DessertsCadillac has some of the best homemade treats around. It would be a shame for you to leave town without indulging in some of them. Here’s a list of some great options! Passage North: Top off your meal at...

Motorcycle Ride Guide – Cadillac to Leelanau Peninsula

LEELANAU PENINSULA MOTORCYCLE TOUR: If winding roads with spectacular views of the lakes and bays are what you enjoy, this is one motorcycle ride you won’t want to miss. With dozens of quaint little towns like Leland, with its historic Fish Town and winery...

Oh my Cod, Michigan has great Seafood Dishes!

By Erica Benham Oh my Cod, Michigan has great Seafood Dishes! You can enjoy Lake Cadillac and Mitchell in more ways than one while sitting lakeside at one of our many lakeside restaurants. Get hooked on the abundant fish dishes. Cadillac Grill Salmon Eldorado: A...

Historic Old Indian Trail – From Cadillac to Traverse City

THE OLD INDIAN TRAIL BY:Frank Ettawagheshik For several centuries, Odawa people have been on these shores and in the woods and hills of this land. We are living amid the places from which spring the stories of our world, ourselves, our families and our tribal nation....

12 Family-Friendly Agri-tourism Destinations in the Greater Cadillac Area

What do lavender, goats, and blueberries have in common? Well, probably not too much other than you can find all three (and so much more) at a variety of farms in the Greater Cadillac Area! We have compiled a list of 12 area family friendly agritourism destinations to...

Cadillac Sculptures and Monuments

by Erica Beham Since it’s days a lumber town, Cadillac has been rich with history. Today, you can travel throughout downtown and see what used to be and what still is. Monuments and sculptures are placed in remembrance of significant figures and times in Cadillac’s...

UpBeat Cadillac Concert Series Teams Up With New Cadillac After Hours Market in 2022

The Michigan Retailers Association (MRA) has awarded Cadillac and three other Michigan communities as the winners of its first-ever Buy Nearby Downtown Grant Program. The $7,500 award will be used to fund unique ideas that promote their downtown shopping districts....

Bridging History and Community: TWO Cadillac Speaker Series Coming in 2025!

The History Speaker Series 2025 is back! Local historian and board member of the Wexford County Historical Society, Richard Shults, will present six engaging talks about our fascinating history with the return of the Cadillac Historical Tours series. Each session is...